Chieftans to host four-day Celtic music bash at Gideon Putnam

The Chieftains, infectious giants of traditional Irish folk music, will host a four-day event next summer packed with music, seminars, workshops and “merriment” at the Gideon Putnam Resort in Saratoga Springs.

“The Celtic Sessions,” set for July 7-11, 2014, will also feature American roots guitarist Ry Cooder, Scottish singer Alyth McCormack, Irish dancer Cara Butler, American fiddler Deanie Richardson, Irish harpist Triona Marshall and other artists. According to the website, the slate of events includes concerts, open mics, jams, singing, dancing, discussions and activities for “musicians of all levels and non-musicians.”

Registration is now open for the event; pricing starts at $1,999 per person for a two-bed double room. For more pricing information, for the complete schedule or for other details, see www.celticsessions.com.